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Medical Mentor

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Medical Mentor is a podcast about clinical pearls and the pitfalls to avoid in the diagnosis and treatment of common but sometimes overlooked conditions. Hosted by Kevin Fernando, MBChB, MSc, content advisor to WebMD and Medscape Global.

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September 1 · 6 min
Common Causes of Vertigo in Primary Care: Part 3
Clinicians should be prepared to identify vestibular migraine, the rare Ménière disease, and persistent postural perceptual dizziness, a functional disorder. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0 Kevin J. Fernando, MBChB, Portfolio GP, NHS Lothian, Edinburgh, Lothian, United Kingdom
August 10 · 10 min
Common Causes of Vertigo in Primary Care: Part 2
What are vestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis, and how can they be distinguished from each other? This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. Kevin J. Fernando, MBChB, Portfolio GP, NHS Lothian, Edinburgh, Lothian, United Kingdom To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0
July 2 · 10 min
Common Causes of Vertigo in Primary Care: Part 1
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo is a self-limiting condition caused by dislodgement of otoliths from the utricle to the semicircular canals in the inner ear. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0
June 15 · 7 min
How to Identify and Manage Giant Cell Arteritis Quickly
Giant cell arteritis is a medical emergency, as it can lead to permanent vision loss, stroke, or end-organ damage. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. Kevin Fernando, MBChB, GP Partner, North Berwick Health Centre, East Lothian; Honorary Clinical Reader, University of Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0
May 13 · 12 min
Polymyalgia Rheumatica: Key Symptoms and Treatment
Learn the key symptoms of polymyalgia rheumatica, as well as the overlap with giant cell arteritis. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0
April 8 · 12 min
Diagnosing and Managing Erectile Dysfunction in Primary Care
Updated guidelines on sexual health provide advice for confronting this problem that affects psychosocial health and quality of life. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0 Kevin Fernando, MBChB, GP Partner, North Berwick Health Centre, East Lothian; Honorary Clinical Reader, University of Dundee, Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom
March 18 · 11 min
GLP-1 Adverse Effects: Practical Tips for Clinicians
Although certain side effects of these drugs are cause for concern, primary care physicians can take steps to avoid or manage them. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. Kevin Fernando, MBChB, GP Partner, North Berwick Health Centre, East Lothian; Honorary Clinical Reader, University of Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0 Questions or feedback, please contact news@medscape.net
February 3 · 12 min
Managing Hyperkalemia in the Community
To prevent poor outcomes, clinicians must understand how to identify hyperkalemia and know when hospitalization is necessary. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0
January 9 · 9 min
Critical Minerals: Interpreting Iron Studies in Primary Care
Inadequate or excessive iron levels can cause symptoms ranging from fatigue to organ damage, and iron studies are key investigations. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0
Dec 5, 2025 · 14 min
Celiac Disease: Unmasking the Great Imitator
Celiac disease should be excluded before a diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome is made in any patient. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. Kevin Fernando, MBChB, GP Partner, North Berwick Health Centre, East Lothian; Honorary Clinical Reader, University of Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom
Nov 7, 2025 · 11 min
Hearts Aflutter: Investigating Palpitations
Palpitations are a common presentation in primary care and a frequent reason for referral to cardiology. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0
Sep 26, 2025 · 11 min
Improving Cardiometabolic Health in Type 2 Diabetes
Primary care physicians can counsel patients with type 2 diabetes about daily behaviors that have cardiometabolic benefits for them. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. Kevin Fernando, MBChB, GP Partner, North Berwick Health Centre, East Lothian; Honorary Clinical Reader, University of Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0
Sep 8, 2025 · 10 min
Health Anxiety: Advice for Identification and Management
This underrecognized condition drives significant long-term morbidity and sickness absence in the community. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0
Aug 8, 2025 · 10 min
What Is Type 3C Diabetes?
This disease is associated with any ailment, trauma, or surgery of the exocrine pancreas and is often misdiagnosed as Type 2 diabetes. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0 Kevin Fernando, MBChB, GP Partner, North Berwick Health Centre, East Lothian; Honorary Clinical Reader, University of Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom
Jul 10, 2025 · 9 min
What Is Lp(a), and When Should We Check It?
This genetically determined risk factor for major cardiovascular events and cardiovascular mortality is underappreciated in primary care. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0
Jun 3, 2025 · 9 min
Recognizing and Treating Hyperprolactinemia
Excessive production of prolactin can lead to subfertility and gonadal dysfunction, and treatment depends on the underlying cause. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0
May 15, 2025 · 8 min
How to Identify and Treat Hypomagnesemia
Although most patients with hypomagnesemia are asymptomatic, severe magnesium deficiency can be fatal. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0
Apr 9, 2025 · 9 min
The Interpretation and Management of Hypercalcemia in Primary Care
Primary hyperparathyroidism and malignancy account for around 90% of all cases of hypercalcemia in primary care. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. Kevin Fernando, MBChB, GP Partner with specialist interests in cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic medicine, North Berwick Group Practice, North Berwick, United Kingdom To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0
Mar 6, 2025 · 8 min
The Interpretation and Management of Hypocalcemia
Mood change, neuropsychiatric symptoms, muscle cramps, or spasm are common in patients with this condition. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/index/list_15973_0
Feb 12, 2025 · 10 min
Familial Hypercholesterolemia in Primary Care: Identification and Management
Familial hypercholesterolemia is often diagnosed late, and patients with the condition are significantly undertreated. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. Questions or feedback, please contact news@medscape.net

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